Short answerIf a joint is very painful, forcing activity through it can be unrealistic. Follow your own flare advice and seek assessment for a first, unusual or severe episode.
If a joint is very painful, forcing activity through it can be unrealistic. Follow your own flare advice and seek assessment for a first, unusual or severe episode.
GoutSense note
General educational information. A first or uncertain hot swollen joint should be medically assessed.
ImportantGeneral educational information, not individual medical advice. Do not start, stop or change prescribed treatment based on this page.